Elections are taking place across the world this year – from Austria to Mozambique to the United States – with nearly half the world's population living in countries holding elections this year.

Elections are taking place across the world this year – from Austria to Mozambique to the United States – with nearly half the world's population living in countries holding elections this year. That’s more than 70 countries and territories holding national elections in 2024!


At Mount Holyoke, we are offering a variety of academic programs and events, support services, and resources for our community to learn more and participate in the ways that matter to each person. For those who are eligible to vote in the United States elections, you’ll find the resources you need to participate below. We encourage everyone to make use of our 5 Ways to Engage in Healthy Political Conversation and Managing Election and Current Events Stress resources!


Voter Resources


  • Voter registration resources provided through the College.
  • Comprehensive resources compiled by MHC Votes! (a non-partisan coalition of students) to learn how to register to vote and request an absentee ballot. Includes deadlines!​
  • Find out what is on the ballot in your state.
  • The College’s policy on political activities on campus.
  • Climate action in an election year podcast featuring Molly Keehn

    Student support and community spaces


  • Check out all of the Be Well programming, including monthly therapy dog visits!
  • Counseling Service hosts a number of topic focused groups
  • Drop-in Talk-in
  • Know Your Neighbor with the Office of Community and Belonging
  • Mount Holyoke’s Care and Support information page

  • Quick Guide: Resources and Supports for Election Season


    We've created a quick guide specifically for students on how to take care of yourself during election season! We encourage you to take advantage of these and to reach out for any additional resources or guidance you may need during this time. Make sure to log-into Embark to review the guide.